Labs still reign as America's most popular dog breed; newcomer ranks top 5
Labrador retrievers are still man's top best friend in the U.S., but a certain breed just strutted its way into the top five for the first time in nearly a quarter-century.
Military dogs celebrated on National K9 Veterans Day
Not only have war dogs sensed incoming artillery, located wounded soldiers and delivered messages between troops, but their presence on the front lines has boosted morale for centuries.
Photos: Ukrainians fleeing war 'can't leave' pets behind
Everywhere amid the exodus of more than 2.3 million people fleeing Russia’s invasion are the pets people could not leave behind: birds, rabbits, hamsters, cats and dogs.
New FDA approved drug could help cure mast cell tumors in dogs
A new FDA-approved drug claims to cure most mast cell tumors, in some cases with only a single injection.
Invasive Joro spiders could take over East Coast, study says
The Joro spider was compared to its close cousin, the gold silk spider, and scientists found that the Joro is able to withstand colder temperatures, opening up the opportunity for the species to spread beyond the southeast.
Rescue dog tests out new wheelchair ramp in heartwarming video
The paralyzed rescue dog barks with excitement over his present before courageously testing out his new ramp.
Golden retriever missing for 2 weeks found swimming in bay by NJSP, reunited with owners
Chunk, a three-year-old golden retriever who had been missing for two weeks, was reunited with his owners Tuesday morning after New Jersey State Troopers pulled him from the waters of Barnegat Bay.
North Carolina coast 'mysterious mass' identified: What is the blob?
The National Park Service, which maintains Cape Lookout National Seashore where the blob was found, said it had identified the mysterious mass.
First responders work together to rescue puppy trapped in storm drain
Video captured first responders in Spartanburg, South Carolina working together to rescue a puppy that got trapped in a storm drain.
Bald eagle populations soar in lower 48 states, US report says
The number of American bald eagles has quadrupled since 2009, with more than 300,000 birds soaring over the lower 48 states, government scientists said.
American Airlines banning emotional-support animals on flights
American Airlines said Tuesday that it will ban companion animals gradually by Feb. 1, 2021. It will still allow animals in the cabin free of charge only if they are trained service dogs.
Dog looking for forever home after losing owners to COVID-19
The Monmouth County SPCA says Che-Che ended up in their care over the weekend after two members of her family passed away from the virus.